Nicholas Garris
Charlotte ,NC
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in food service and management. Highly motivated to provide excellent customer service to patrons, as well as to create a unified, positive staff.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front of House Manager
Pasta and Provisions
Charlotte, NC
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Managed daily operations, including staff scheduling, inventory, and food and beverage ordering.
- Facilitated basic food and alcohol training for front-of-house staff.
- Provided professionalism and excellent service to all patrons while complying with company standards.
- Balanced registers and generated sales reports daily.
- Ensured that all prep work was up to par with regulations to ensure smooth service, as well as production.
Printing Press Operator
Crayton Heritage
Charlotte, NC
03.2011 - 06.2023
- Expertly qualified in multiple forms of print production, not limited to, but including digital, letterpress, die-cutting, offset, and foil stamping.
- Ensured all editions had correct ink density, paper positioning, and registration.
- Monitored team progress to complete projects within deadlines, including large print jobs and rush orders.
- Printed customized high-end jobs such as business cards, wedding invitations, and baby announcements.
- Assisted clients with the design and layouts of business and personal documents.
- Processed and prepared orders for pre-press using Adobe Illustrator as well as Adobe Photoshop.
- Provided an easy-to-navigate service for clients, from design needs to packaging and shipping.
Bartender/Server
Salud Beer Shop/Salud Cerveceria
Charlotte, NC
05.2014 - 03.2019
- Provided knowledge and informed suggestions to guests pertaining to beer and wine.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a high-pressure setting.
- Completed inventory and weekly orders of alcohol.
- Maximized profit and revenue through upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Established a strong base of return customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Print Media
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC01-2011
Skills
- Managerial experience, including inventory management, food and beverage ordering, and staff supervision
- ServSafe certified
- Familiarity with various point-of-sale systems
- Certified Cicerone
- Skilled printmaking professional
- Extensive knowledge of beer and wine
- Fantastic customer service skills, ensuring guests have an excellent experience
- Proficiency in Adobe Suites
Certification
ServSafe
Timeline
Front of House Manager
Pasta and Provisions
07.2023 - 11.2025
Bartender/Server
Salud Beer Shop/Salud Cerveceria
05.2014 - 03.2019
Printing Press Operator
Crayton Heritage
03.2011 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design And Print Media
University of North Carolina At Charlotte